In this Dec. 2011 file photo, Genesis Rogers, daughter of Jaime Rogers of Plain view, reviews her Christmas wish list with Santa (aka Rodney Watson) at the pre-parade party at the Fair Theatre. Santa's helpers are Sofia Zuniga (left) and Kelsey Mires. less

In this Dec. 2011 file photo, Genesis Rogers, daughter of Jaime Rogers of Plain view, reviews her Christmas wish list with Santa (aka Rodney Watson) at the pre-parade party at the Fair Theatre. Santa's ... more

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Bundled up against the cold, the Plainview High School freshman cheerleaders lead their float.

Bundled up against the cold, the Plainview High School freshman cheerleaders lead their float.

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Among the various floats in the parade was a motorized cart sponsored by Plant Operations at Covenant Hospital Plainview.

Among the various floats in the parade was a motorized cart sponsored by Plant Operations at Covenant Hospital Plainview.

HCSB President Brian Pohlmeier bags popcorn that the bank distributed free to those watching the parade.

HCSB President Brian Pohlmeier bags popcorn that the bank distributed free to those watching the parade.

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Watching the parade while trying to stay warm inside an SUV were Justin Godino (left), Brenda Gonzales and Destiny Godino.

Watching the parade while trying to stay warm inside an SUV were Justin Godino (left), Brenda Gonzales and Destiny Godino.

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Four Junior Literacy Council angels helping at the Hale County Literacy Council's pre-parade party at the Fair Theatre were Amy Ontai (left), Rebecca Owens, Ashley Mize and Blanca Arellano.

Four Junior Literacy Council angels helping at the Hale County Literacy Council's pre-parade party at the Fair Theatre were Amy Ontai (left), Rebecca Owens, Ashley Mize and Blanca Arellano.

St. Nick makes arrival during Christmas parade

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Santa and Mrs. Claus along with a several elves brought up the rear of Plainview's annual Christmas parade on Thursday night. Featuring more than 40 floats and other entries, the Chamber of Commerce-sponsored parade brought large crowds to Broadway despite biting winds and the temperature hovering just above freezing.